September 2022 in “Translational Andrology and Urology” Finasteride may cause lasting sexual and mental health issues, and genetic screening could help prevent them.
July 2023 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” The analysis found that alopecia areata, a hair loss condition, is not very common in Australia, affecting about 0.13% of people, with new cases most often seen in males aged 19 to 34 years.
31 citations,
October 2013 in “Psychosomatics” Psychotropic medications can cause skin reactions, including severe conditions like SJS and TEN, and it's important for psychiatrists to recognize and manage these side effects.
21 citations,
June 2011 in “Journal of child neurology” Valproic acid and carbamazepine do not change biotin or biotinidase levels but may lower zinc levels, still within normal range.
20 citations,
November 2012 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Hair diseases can have psychological effects and should be treated with a combination of psychosomatic care, therapy, and medication.
August 2020 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” Hair transplant surgery significantly reduces anxiety in balding patients, especially those under 30 years old.
February 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” DA-9401 protects against hair loss, improves organ function, and prevents infertility caused by finasteride.
156 citations,
September 2014 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Accurate diagnosis and effective oral treatment are key to managing tinea capitis and preventing its spread.
85 citations,
April 2007 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Some drugs can cause hair loss, change hair color and shape, or increase hair growth, and treatment may involve stopping the drug or using specific hair growth treatments.
60 citations,
December 2015 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” Laser hair removal improves quality of life but emotional benefits decrease over time, suggesting more treatments are needed for lasting effects.
51 citations,
September 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America” The conclusion is that acne, alopecia, and hyperhidrosis are common skin issues with various treatments available, and accurate diagnosis is key for effective management.
44 citations,
January 2002 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Skin reactions to antidepressants are common but usually not serious and can be treated.
26 citations,
September 2009 in “Psychosomatics” A girl initially thought to have a psychiatric disorder was later found to have a lupus-related condition, which improved with proper treatment.
8 citations,
March 2014 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Specialized techniques are needed for hair restoration in individuals with curly Afrocentric hair due to unique challenges.
7 citations,
May 2014 in “Clinical practice” Cooling the scalp may prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, hair often grows back after treatment, and nail issues usually improve after stopping the drug.
6 citations,
July 2022 in “Journal of health economics and outcomes research” Adolescents with severe alopecia incur significantly higher healthcare costs.
6 citations,
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Hair loss can cause serious mental health problems and treating it requires a team of experts.
5 citations,
July 2016 in “Canadian Urological Association journal” Hair loss in women linked to higher sexual dysfunction risk.
5 citations,
October 2013 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery” Hair transplant improves with regenerative medicine and FUE technique.
4 citations,
July 2022 in “Journal of health economics and outcomes research” Alopecia areata in US adolescents leads to significant healthcare costs and usage.
4 citations,
June 2003 in “Fertility and Sterility” Finasteride doesn't affect ovulation in normal women.
January 2021 in “Clinical dermatology open access journal” Dermatologists in Western Rajasthan often prescribe doxepin for elderly patients with skin and mental health issues.
The document is a detailed guide on skin conditions and treatments for dermatologists.
6 citations,
June 2022 in “Frontiers in Psychiatry” Many patients with various medical conditions experience anxiety, which worsens their quality of life and raises healthcare costs.
5 citations,
May 2015 in “JRSM open” If a child is losing a lot of eyelashes and it keeps happening, doctors should look carefully at their health history because it might be a sign of a different health problem.
3 citations,
January 2011 in “International journal of trichology” Low DHEA-S levels might be linked to alopecia areata and could be a potential treatment target.
1 citations,
November 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Some calcium supplements have more calcium than their labels say, and a few have less.
20 citations,
February 2022 in “British Journal of Dermatology” People with alopecia areata have a higher risk of depression and anxiety, and often face unemployment and work absences.
14 citations,
August 2021 in “Molecular Genetics and Metabolism Reports” Pegvaliase effectively reduces blood phenylalanine levels in most PKU patients, but requires personalized plans and good communication to manage side effects.
6 citations,
January 2019 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Follicular unit extraction is an effective hair transplant method for advanced baldness with high patient satisfaction, but some experienced decreased density over time.